GILBERTO PALACIOS MD
Prescription History 1528394251
Internal Medicine in San Francisco, CA
What does Dr. Palacios prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Palacios wrote 6,655 Medicare prescriptions for 116 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 554 prescriptions for 194 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Palacios prescribes.
Medications 116 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other California prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 554 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $12.08 per fill, versus $10.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 338 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $12.39 per fill, versus $7.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 259 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $12.72 per fill, versus $8.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 241 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $18.92 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 230 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $14.44 per fill, versus $10.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 195 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 2.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $24.67 per fill, versus $21.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 188 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 3.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $19.29 per fill, versus $15.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 170 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $16.49 per fill, versus $13.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 151 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $18.71 per fill, versus $15.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 141 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $25.27 per fill, versus $15.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 140 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $18.98 per fill, versus $28.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 133 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $8.97 per fill, versus $9.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 129 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $10.13 per fill, versus $9.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 129 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $11.08 per fill, versus $7.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 110 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $7.59 per fill, versus $5.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 109 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $13.66 per fill, versus $9.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 108 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $11.91 per fill, versus $9.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 105 prescriptions for Breyna, about 3.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $321.99 per fill, versus $216.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 94 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.35 per fill, versus $4.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 92 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $12.78 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 91 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.92 per fill, versus $6.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 91 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.27 per fill, versus $10.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 90 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $11.21 per fill, versus $5.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 81 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $23.74 per fill, versus $19.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 77 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $13.50 per fill, versus $12.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 75 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $11.52 per fill, versus $15.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 72 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $33.21 per fill, versus $29.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 66 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 85% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $13.57 per fill, versus $11.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 65 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $12.33 per fill, versus $14.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to arthritis, chronic back pain).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 63 prescriptions for Buprenorphine, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $92.17 per fill, versus $238.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 63 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $13.37 per fill, versus $32.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 60 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $14.03 per fill, versus $6.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 59 prescriptions for Finasteride, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $15.34 per fill, versus $13.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 59 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $10.85 per fill, versus $10.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 57 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $17.51 per fill, versus $10.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 53 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $57.76 per fill, versus $37.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 51 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.68 per fill, versus $13.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 51 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $16.71 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 50 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $18.19 per fill, versus $14.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 50 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $25.33 per fill, versus $20.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 49 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $21.80 per fill, versus $24.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dabigatran is used to prevent stroke and harmful blood clots (such as in your legs or lungs) if you have a certain type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 49 prescriptions for Pradaxa, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $255.88 per fill, versus $256.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 43 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $28.80 per fill, versus $26.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ciclesonide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 41 prescriptions for Alvesco, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $173.16 per fill, versus $143.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 41 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 82% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.00 per fill, versus $9.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 41 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $42.84 per fill, versus $58.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 40 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $25.95 per fill, versus $17.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 40 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $17.82 per fill, versus $9.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 40 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $13.71 per fill, versus $9.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 38 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.14 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 38 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 80% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $26.79 per fill, versus $24.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 36 prescriptions for Adacel Tdap, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $51.00 per fill, versus $52.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 34 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $620.65 per fill, versus $933.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 34 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 79% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $8.25 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 34 prescriptions for Veo Insulin Syringe, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $23.00 per fill, versus $23.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 32 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $17.63 per fill, versus $22.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 30 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $10.28 per fill, versus $14.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 30 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $13.45 per fill, versus $11.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 30 prescriptions for Lactulose, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $31.15 per fill, versus $52.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 29 prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $20.17 per fill, versus $15.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 29 prescriptions for Humulin N, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $142.04 per fill, versus $167.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 27 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $18.00 per fill, versus $18.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 27 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $11.56 per fill, versus $8.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 27 prescriptions for Cefadroxil, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $17.86 per fill, versus $12.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 27 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.22 per fill, versus $8.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 26 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $27.64 per fill, versus $20.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 26 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 84% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $861.53 per fill, versus $597.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 25 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $22.88 per fill, versus $17.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 24 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $22.51 per fill, versus $23.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 23 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 90% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.60 per fill, versus $45.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 23 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.70 per fill, versus $11.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 23 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.12 per fill, versus $6.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 22 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $22.15 per fill, versus $11.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 21 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.15 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 21 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 81% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $9.47 per fill, versus $13.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 20 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 73% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $269.83 per fill, versus $186.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 20 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $7.01 per fill, versus $6.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 18 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.02 per fill, versus $9.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 18 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $19.50 per fill, versus $12.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 18 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.63 per fill, versus $10.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 18 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $22.72 per fill, versus $16.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 18 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $739.06 per fill, versus $1,102.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 17 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $21.80 per fill, versus $12.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 17 prescriptions for Fluocinolone Acetonide, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $27.47 per fill, versus $45.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 17 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $11.85 per fill, versus $19.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 17 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $12.29 per fill, versus $15.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 16 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $41.50 per fill, versus $32.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 16 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $14.47 per fill, versus $21.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 16 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.59 per fill, versus $13.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 16 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $37.31 per fill, versus $20.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 16 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.50 per fill, versus $17.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 15 prescriptions for Clindamycin Phosphate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $21.58 per fill, versus $32.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 15 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $14.38 per fill, versus $8.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 14 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $28.42 per fill, versus $25.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 14 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $17.46 per fill, versus $43.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain allergic eye conditions (vernal keratoconjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, vernal keratitis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 14 prescriptions for Cromolyn Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.23 per fill, versus $67.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 14 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $98.94 per fill, versus $113.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 14 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.96 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 14 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $450.64 per fill, versus $952.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 13 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 34% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $18.53 per fill, versus $4.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 13 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.36 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 13 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $13.35 per fill, versus $15.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 13 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $31.74 per fill, versus $33.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 13 prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $24.98 per fill, versus $11.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 12 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.53 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin regular is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 12 prescriptions for Humulin R, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $107.57 per fill, versus $106.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $12.05 per fill, versus $16.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 12 prescriptions for Trospium Chloride, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $38.17 per fill, versus $46.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 12 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $35.74 per fill, versus $31.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 12 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.89 per fill, versus $11.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 11 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $13.85 per fill, versus $14.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 11 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $14.70 per fill, versus $29.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.12 per fill, versus $23.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 11 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $42.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 11 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $137.60 per fill, versus $42.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Palacios wrote 11 prescriptions for Retin-A, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $26.15 per fill, versus $31.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Palacios’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Palacios prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Palacios's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (554), Amlodipine Besylate (338) and Lisinopril (259).
How does Dr. Palacios's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 116 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Palacios prescribes 35 more often than the typical California prescriber, 30 about as often and 51 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Palacios prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the California prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
